How to Create a New Measure in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Create a New Measure in Power BI: step-by-step guide
In Power BI Desktop, click on the 'Table view'.
Select 'New Measure'.
Write your DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) formula in the empty field.
Click on the check icon to apply and commit the expression.
Press 'Enter' and your measure is ready.
Measures will appear in the 'Data' pane with a calculator icon next to them.
Quick answer: To create a new measure in Power BI Desktop, open the Table view and select New Measure. Write your DAX formula in the empty field, click the check icon to commit the expression, and press Enter. Your new measure will appear in the Data pane with a calculator icon.
About this Power BI tutorial
Build custom calculations in Power BI by writing DAX formulas and adding new measures directly through the Table view. This guide shows how to create a New Measure in Power BI in 6 steps, starting with "In Power BI Desktop, click on the 'Table view'" and finishing with "Measures will appear in the 'Data' pane with a calculator icon next to them". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Power BI interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to create a New Measure in Power BI?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Power BI data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Power BI. Related guides: How to Create a New Table in Power BI, How to Create a Pie Chart in Power BI and How to Create a Power BI Report from Excel. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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